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Watch: Sunita Williams Demonstrates Zero-Gravity Drinking In Virtual Space Session
- Dec 07, 2024 13:53 pm IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
She explained the use of special pouches and shared insights into spaceflight, inspiring young minds to explore the cosmos.
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When Did Humans And Dogs Become Friends, Study Says Much Before Than Previously Thought
- Dec 07, 2024 10:51 am IST
- Edited by: Abhinav Singh
Radiocarbon dating revealed that the dog was alive about 12,000 years and showed signs of being in close contact with humans.
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Comets Brought Water To Earth Billions Of Years Ago, New Study Claims
- Dec 07, 2024 10:12 am IST
- Edited by: Abhinav Singh
The water on Earth has a unique molecular signature which has to do with specific rations of the hydrogen variant, or isotope, called deuterium.
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Harry Potter's Invisibility Cloak Now A Reality? Scientists Unveil Novel Camouflage Material
- Dec 06, 2024 11:59 am IST
- Edited by: Abhinav Singh
The scientists added that SAP can also be used as a spray-on coating by adding polycaprolactone - a biodegradable polyester.
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What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? When Stress Can Physically Shatter Your Heart
- Dec 06, 2024 10:33 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
Effective treatment involves symptom management and stress relief, while preventive measures include regular exercise, mindfulness practices, and seeking support during difficult times.
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Student's Science Project With Bird Poop Leads To Discovery Of Cancer-Fighting Compound
- Dec 06, 2024 09:53 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
Middle school students in Chicago discovered a cancer-fighting compound in goose poop during a STEM program led by Professor Brian Murphy, showcasing the potential of young scientists.
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Arctic Could Witness First Ice-Free Day In 3 Years, Study Reveals
- Dec 06, 2024 06:51 am IST
- Edited by: Abhinav Singh
Arctic sea ice has been melting at an unprecedented rate of more than 12 per cent each decade, according to NASA.
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ISRO Puts PROBA-3 In Orbit. A 10-Point Guide About The European Satellite
- Dec 05, 2024 22:32 pm IST
- Written by: Abhishek Chakraborty
Indian space agency ISRO today successfully launched the European Space Agency's PROBA-3 satellite. The launch was on board ISRO's workhorse rocket - the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle or PSLV in its 61st commercial mission 'C-59'.
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Here's How Our Solar System Could Capture Interstellar Objects And Rogue Planets
- Dec 05, 2024 18:50 pm IST
- Edited by: Ritu Singh
The key to this phenomenon lies in the concept of phase space, a mathematical representation that describes the state of a dynamical system like our solar system.
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This Type Of Chocolate Could Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk By 21%
- Dec 05, 2024 15:49 pm IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
A study from Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health reveals that consuming dark chocolate could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 21%, unlike milk chocolate, which is linked to long-term weight gain.
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Earth Aligns Between Sun And Jupiter For Spectacular December 7 Event
- Dec 05, 2024 09:38 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
On December 7, Earth will align between the Sun and Jupiter, creating a rare astronomical event known as Jupiters opposition.
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Granny's Purse Syndrome: Hidden Dangers For Children Every Parent Should Know
- Dec 05, 2024 08:13 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
A pediatrician has raised alarms about "Granny's Purse Syndrome," a hidden danger during family holiday gatherings.
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Scientists Examine Rare Spade-Tooth Whale: Key Discoveries Unveiled
- Dec 05, 2024 07:46 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
Scientists in New Zealand are conducting the first-ever dissection of a complete spade-toothed whale, one of the rarest whale species globally.
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ISRO's Rocket Launch Postponed To Tomorrow Due To "Anamoly" In Proba-3
- Dec 04, 2024 14:48 pm IST
- Written by: Pallava Bagla
The launch of ISRO's workhorse rocket PSLV, earlier scheduled today at 4.08 pm, has been postponed to tomorrow at 4.12 pm due to an "anamoly" detected in the European Space Agency's Proba-3 satellites which the rocket was supposed to carry.
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Why NASA's Sunita Williams Is Growing Lettuce In Space
- Dec 04, 2024 14:41 pm IST
- Edited by: NDTV News Desk
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is leading an innovative agricultural experiment.
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After Weeks-Long Blackout, NASA's Voyager 1 Continues To Operate Normally
- Dec 04, 2024 14:33 pm IST
- Edited by: NDTV News Desk
The National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA) has confirmed that its engineers have successfully restored contact with Voyager 1.
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Video: Asteroid Burns Like "Fireball" After Entering Atmosphere Above Russia
- Dec 04, 2024 11:09 am IST
- Written by: Sanstuti Nath
A speedy descent of a small asteroid lit up the sky in Russia's remote far eastern region of Yakutia early on Wednesday, as it burned out after entering the Earth's atmosphere.
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New Clues Point To Possible Alien Life Beneath Mars' Surface
- Dec 03, 2024 13:26 pm IST
- Edited by: Anjali Thakur
By analyzing data from various Mars missions, the team has identified a subsurface zone, between 4.3 and 8.8 kilometres deep, where conditions could support microbial activity.
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Sombrero Galaxy Appears Distinct In New Image From Webb Telescope
- Dec 03, 2024 13:10 pm IST
- Edited by: NDTV News Desk
The Sombrero galaxy, or Messier 104 or M104, is roughly 30 million light-years from the Earth in the Virgo constellation.
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Why Love Feels Like Addiction: The Neuroscience Behind Our Strongest Emotions
- Dec 03, 2024 11:16 am IST
- Edited by: Nikhil Pandey
Based on your brain activity, scientists can even determine who you love or whether you have a pet.